UNIMAS KOTA KINABALU LEARNING CENTRE

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Duration of The Programme

The Msc (Counselling) is a master programme by coursework over a minimum duration of 24 months, which is equivalent to 6 semester of study

MASTER OF
SCIENCE (COUNSELLING)
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This MSc Counselling is offered by the Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development and is aimed to produce registered counsellors with:

• Competence in handling issues relating to individuals, organisations, families and communities.
• Professional, ethical and scientific thinking to improve quality of life and productivity in a variety of environments.
• Cultural practice through role helping and volunteering as a counselor, manager, consultant, mentor, coach and mediator.
• A tendency to engage in research-related problems in a variety of environments.

The curiculum is aligned with the Standards and Requirements of Training for Counsellors (2011) as set by the  Lembaga Kaunselor (Malaysia).

Entry Requirement

• A Bachelor's degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or any equivalent, from a university recognized by the Senate.
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a CGPA less than 2.50, may be qualified subject to a minimum of 5 years working experiences in the related field. OR
• Candidates must pass the interview or equivalent assessment conducted by the Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development.
• For international students, a minimum IELTS Score of 6.0 is required, in addition to the entry requirement stated above.

APEL Admission

• More than 30 years of age on 1 January in the year of application; AND
• STPM / Recognised Diploma / A-Levels/ Equivalent; AND
• Relevant work experience / prior experiential learning; AND
• Pass the APEL Assessment (Aptitude Test, Portfolio & Interview).

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